- By Vishal Pushkar
- Mon, 16 Sep 2024 09:10 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Pacer Arjun Tendulkar showcased his bowling prowess ahead of the upcoming first-class season, delivering a match-winning performance in Goa's innings and 189-run victory over Karnataka in the Dr (Capt) K Thimmappiah Memorial Tournament, also known as the KSCA Invitational. The tournament serves as a pre-season competition for state teams.
Tendulkar, son of legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, took an impressive 9 wickets for 87 runs across 26.3 overs in the match. His standout performance included a five-wicket haul (5/41) in Karnataka's first innings, where they were bowled out for just 103 in 36.5 overs.
KSCA XI, comprising mostly U-19 and U-23 players, struggled against Goa's bowling attack, with only experienced players Nikin Jose and Sharath Srinivas offering some resistance.
In reply, Goa posted a solid 413 as Abhinav Tejrana (109) scored a hundred and Manthan Khutkar contributed 69.
In the second innings, KSCA XI were a shade better, being shot out for 121 in 30.4 overs with Arjun grabbing 4 for 46 in 13.3 overs.
Arjun, who will turn 25 next week, has so far played 49 competitive games across three formats at senior level and picked 68 wickets. In 13 first-class games, he has taken 21 wickets.
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